Assistant to Dr. Birute Galdikas, Internship (STIPEND)

Hiring Organization:Orangutan Foundation International

Date Posted:2016-03-22

Position Description:Dr. Galdikas is a well-known primatologist specializing in orangutan research and conservation who has devoted the last forty-three years to the study and protection of wild orangutans. As the President of Orangutan Foundation International, she is responsible for 180 Indonesian employees, 330 orphan orangutans, 6,000 wild orangutans, and 1,800 square miles of protected forest. In addition to her busy schedule of speaking engagements, fundraisers, and conferences around the world, Dr. Galdikas divides her time between Camp Leakey and the Orangutan Care Center and Quarantine (OCCQ) in Borneo, Indonesia, Simon Fraser University in Vancouver where she is a full professor, and the administrative offices of OFI in Los Angeles. The primary role of the OFI Intern is to help Dr. Galdikas manage all her professional and personal commitments that are challenged by Dr. Galdikas’ demanding schedule, constant travel, and intense commitment to all aspects of the organization.

Interns act as a conduit between Dr. Galdikas and the many OFI stakeholders, including donors, staff, and volunteers who are spread across various continents and timezones. Interns may also be involved with work to support Dr. Galdikas' future research publications. Interns will gain experience with public relations, fundraising and donor communication, developing platforms and strategies for activism and public policy initiatives, and daily operations at the field-site including purchasing supplies, managing inventory, geographical and environmental surveys. There will be an opportunity for hands-on involvement with the orangutans and other ex-captive animals being rehabilitated at the Care Center, including behavioral and dietary enrichment, health checks, and more.

Daily tasks are highly variable. Interns may be asked to assist with any and all aspects of OFI’s work. Those listed below represent only some of the more common tasks.

Work plan:

1) To aid Dr. Galdikas however needed in daily tasks:- Providing general clerical and computer assistance, including data entry, scanning, proofreading and formatting documents.- Keeping track of deadlines and schedules, drawing Dr. Galdikas’ attention to upcoming and pressing issues.- Travelling with Dr. Galdikas to help with logistics, heavy lifting, etc.- Driving to appointments, to and from airports, accompanying her to public events.- Organizing physical documents.- Preparing slides for lectures, locating information and photographs, etc.- Drafting documents and correspondence for Dr. Galdikas to help expedite her input on pressing and important public communication and donor/supporter relations.

2) To facilitate coordination between OFI’s various locations and teams:- Communicating from the field to the administrative branches and vice-versa.- Keeping track of the editorial process, including which drafts are approved and which are undergoing revision, which are appropriate for various purposes and audiences.- Providing all branches of OFI with Dr. Galdikas’ feedback on various projects.

Volunteering with Orangutan Foundation International (OFI)

Orangutan Foundation International protects 6,000 wild orangutans in Tanjung Puting National Park, in Kalimantan, Indonesia. Facilities include 16 guard posts throughout the park and numerous staffed feeding stations in addition to the Orangutan Care Center and Quarantine (OCCQ), which rehabilitates 330 young orangutans and prepares them for return to the wild. The majority of individuals are under 10 years old. The Center consists of a central clinic and units housing the older individuals, while the outlying juvenile units and the medical quarantine facility are set in the surrounding 80 hectare forest. Most of the orangutans are very well-habituated to humans. They arrive in the OCCQ by confiscation from homes, black markets, entertainment industry, and abusive zoos.

Volunteering for OFI can have a big impact on your life and on the lives of the thousands of orangutans we fight to protect. Each year, OFI is grateful to receive many kind inquiries from volunteers willing to spend weeks, months, even years in Kalimantan, helping at the Orangutan Care Center or in Tanjung Puting National Park. For our successful long-term volunteers, OFI is pleased to be able to offer letters of reference that will serve as testimony of their dedication to our organization and the quality of the contribution they have made to our cause. Volunteers are expected to submit a final report on what they have learned, experienced, and accomplished during their tenure with OFI.

Life at the OCC&Q:

The OCCQ is situated in the village of Pasir Panjang, a fifteen-minute drive from the small city of Pangkalan Bun. This city has an airport and is situated in the south of the province of Kalimantan Tengah, Borneo, Indonesia. Volunteers work on a daily basis at the OCCQ in Pasir Panjang. Most of the locals speak rudimentary or no English. Languages are Indonesian and local Dayak dialect. The staff working hours are 8:00 to 16:00, with a lunch break at around noon. If desired, the volunteer may take one day off a week.

Living arrangements are typically with a local family homestay. Living conditions are basic, with limited running water, no landlines or internet (although wireless USB modems can be bought in Pangkalan Bun and internet cafes are available in the city as well). The quality of care in the homes varies, from simple room accommodation to cooking and laundry provided. OFI makes an effort to arrange homestays for all its interns and volunteers, but there is an element of unpredictability in any such arrangements. In case of emergency, hotel/motel accommodations are present in Pangkalan Bun and even closer to Pasir Panjang.

Logistics & Arrangements- Interns receive a stipend of $5,000 per annum. - All expenses in Borneo are covered (including air travel to and from the intern’s country of origin and Borneo).- Accommodation is providedin Vancouver, share comfortable suburban house with Dr Galdikasin LA, probably stay in LA office (adjacent to Dr G’s home)in Indonesia, stay in homestay family in Pasir Panjang villageoften share hotel rooms when travelling with Dr. Galdikas(Note: Since lodging is frequently with Dr. Galdikas, female candidates are strongly preferred.)- No health insurance or other benefits are available.- Working hours are extremely variable.

What: The apprentice caregiver is expected to learn and be able to take a team leader role in sanctuary operations. The apprentice should be proactive in assuring that all necessary tasks are completed. The job includes:

General husbandry, caring for over 100 New World monkeys:

Clean outdoor habitats and indoor enclosures.

Prepare diets and feed.

Monitor the monkeys' physical and emotional well-being.

Medical procedures and restraint and capture, when necessary.

Build and repair habitats.

Planning and monitoring socializations.

General grounds keeping.

Clean and repair other sanctuary buildings.

Direct and oversee interns and volunteer groups.

Record-keeping and some computer and office work.

Share in preparing communal meals.

Participate in fundraising campaigns, outreach and advocacy for captive primates.

The work is labor intensive and the hours are long, usually sun-up to sundown. The climate is very hot and humid in the summer. In the winter, temperatures can drop to 20, and duties include heater checks throughout the night. At times days off are scarce. We do, however, try to give a day off every week and, when appropriate, a long weekend. The work is difficult and can be stressful, but the rewards are great!

Where: Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary, Florida.

Pay: Apprentices receive room and board and a stipend of $500 per month.

The Lilongwe Wildlife Trust (LWT) was established in 2008 when their first project, The Lilongwe Wildlife Centre (LWC), opened as Malawi’s first wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and education centre. Since then LWT has expanded their programs to include an extensive national environmental education program, a strong force in investigating and combating wildlife crime, and an expansion of their wildlife research program.

LWT’s Research Program has field based projects in Vwaza Marsh Wildlife Reserve (VMWR), Nyika National Park (NNP), as well as captive based studies at the LWC, focusing primarily on primates. Our recent project augments our Primate Reintroduction Project previously based in Kasungu NP and is now expanding to VMWR and NNP. We are conducting three primate projects; 1) primate and habitat assessment of VMWR; 2) samango monkey census and genetics study in NNP and 3) a primate reintroduction project in VMWR.

JobDescription

We are looking for someone to coordinate the VMWR Primate Census Project. We are developing a census of the yellow baboon (Papio cynocephalus) and vervet monkey (Chlorocebus pygerythrus) populations to 1) inform biodiversity of the park, and 2) to inform the primate reintroduction project. To date, there has been no wildlife research in VMWR so this project will be the first of its kind for primates here.

1 vacancy in the following location:

Baileys Crossroads, VA

Work Schedule is Full Time - Permanent

Summary

You too can make a difference in our world. The work of the US Fish and Wildlife Service is meaningful and varied. Want to know more about what it is like to work for us? Click here to watch short podcasts entitled Meet Your New Boss! and Diversity is our Strength

This position is located at the Branch of Conservation Science Policy, Division of Scientific Authority (DSA), International Affairs Program (AD-IA), Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS or Service), Department of the Interior (DOI). The International Affairs Program implements U.S. wildlife laws, as well as international treaties and agreements. International Affairs works with private citizens, local communities, state and federal agencies, foreign governments, and United States and international non-governmental organizations to promote a coordinated domestic and international strategy to protect, restore, and enhance the world's diverse wildlife and their habitats, with a focus on species of international concern.

This position serves as an advisor, Subject Matter Expert (SME), and Branch Chief for the Branch of Conservation Science Policy, and is responsible for developing and implementing scientific policies, guidelines, procedures and regulations on provisions of the Endangered Species Act (which includes CITES), Marine Mammal Protection Act, Lacey Act (Injurious Wildlife) the Wild Bird Conservation Act (WBCA), the African Elephant Conservation Act (AECA), the Pelly Amendment to the Fishermen's Protective Act, and other laws, treaties and agreements pertaining to the international trade in wildlife and wildlife products.

Duties

Responsible for developing and implementing scientific policies, guidelines, procedures and regulations onprovisions of the Endangered Species Act (which includes CITES), the Wild Bird Conservation Act (WBCA), and other laws, treaties and agreements pertaining to the international trade in wildlife and wildlife products.

Oversees development of U.S. submissions (species proposals) to amend the CITES Appendices andnegotiating positions on scientific agenda items, such as species proposals, resolutions and decisions (other than non-scientific/implementation items handled by the Division of Management Authority) utilizing the best available science for meetings of the Conference of the Parties(CoPs) to CITES and the CITES technical Committees (Animals and Plants Committees), including coordination with other Service programs and other Federal and State agencies, briefing of senior officials in the Service and DOI, and publication of Federal Register notices for obtaining public input.

Serves as an advisor and SME to the head of delegation to CITES CoPs and CITES Animals and PlantsCommittee meetings, in coordination with the Division of Management Authority as appropriate. Also provides support to the Division of Management Authority for meetings of the CITES Standing Committee.

Supervises efforts to seek information from Service Regions, other agencies, interested organizations, and the public concerning species proposals for CITES; preparation of Federal Register Notices, position papers and associated documents and coordination with other federal agencies, the States and offices in developing CITES proposals and positions.

Provides scientific and subject matter expertise directly and through staff direction for biological studies and/or decisions related to (1) scientific determinations concerning the status of species identified for protection under CITES; and (2) development and application of information for implementing scientific provisions of CITES.

Travel Required

25% or Greater

Travel may be required to attend meeting and conferences.

Relocation Authorized

Yes

Relocation expenses will be paid.

Job Requirements

Key Requirements

U.S. Citizenship Required

A background investigation is required

Appointment MAY include a requirement for 1 year probationary period

Qualifications

You must meet all qualification requirements outlined within this vacancy by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement.

To qualify for the GS-14 grade level, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower GS-13 grade level in the Federal Service. You must have direct and/or related experience in all of the examples listed below to meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Examples of this experience: Develop national and international level initiatives pertaining to sustainability of species subject to international wildlife trade, including wildlife trafficking; Utilize knowledge of organizational structure, programs and work methods to determine funding needs are in line with program plans and work methods; Coach and mentor a staff to achieve program results for an organization; Provide advice and/or decisions on policy matters regarding species sustainability and wildlife trade; and build coalitions with Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, and international organizations to foster your program or organization's mission.

Minimum Educational Requirements: Biologist 401

You must have successfully completed a full four year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or a discipline related to this position. A photo copy of official transcripts MUST be (uploaded) submitted, by the closing date, to document educational accomplishments to receive consideration for this position. OR

You must have an appropriate combination of education and experience that included course work equivalent to a major (i.e. 24 semester hours) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or a discipline related to this position; PLUS appropriate experience or additional course work. The quality of the combination must demonstrate that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the work of the position and is comparable to that normally acquired through the completion of a full four year course of study with a major as described above. A photo copy of official transcripts MUST be (uploaded) submitted, by the closing date, to document educational accomplishments to receive consideration for this position.

Education

All applicants must submit photo copies of your Official Transcripts which should include grades, credit hours earned, major(s) and grade point average or class ranking in order to be considered for this vacancy. Even if you are currently in or have previously held the series, you must submit the required documents with your application/resume to be considered for the position.

You can receive credit for education earned outside of the United States if you provide evidence that is comparable to an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Selective Service: Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.

Position Description: The Ugalla Primate Project is seeking a project coordinator, to be based in a remote field site in western Tanzania for 12 months. Responsibilities include overall Project coordination, management of data collection for multiple ongoing studies (see website) at the research station, finance administration, and schedule organization, among others. The Project coordinator also makes regular trips to the local village/town for supplies and frequently reports to UPP administration concerning ongoing Project developments. Finally, s/he assists especially the logistics of incoming collaborators/students, and often negotiates complex relationships with government institutions and local government officials, e.g. Immigration.

Qualifications: A successful candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in a related field (zoology, biology, biological anthropology), prior living or work experience in a developing country (preferably in Africa), be extremely fit, able to drive a manual 4x4 vehicle, familiar with Microsoft Excel and Word (GIS a plus), and willing to learn KiSwahili. Additionally, the candidate must be responsible, organized, independent, resourceful, and get along well and easily with others, as the position requires long periods in the forest with a team of Tanzanian field assistants. The landscape is demanding, and so extreme physical fitness is also critical. Previous experience with apes is sought, but not necessary.

If desired, the successful applicant may also conduct an independent research project of his/her own design, contingent on approval from UPP as well as Tanzanian government research bodies.

Duration: February 2017 - January 2018 (dates flexible).

Compensation: USD300 per month, with in-country & work-related expenses covered by the Project. Candidates must be prepared to pay international travel and government research permits (USD2100) up front. Travel and permit costs are reimbursed upon partial completion of tenure.

Please see ugallaprimateproject.com for more on the UPP.

Interested applicants should create a SINGLE .PDF file that includes a cover letter, updated CV, and the names of two references, emailed to info@ugallaprimateproject.com. Accepting applications until 30 November 2016.

This position will be based in Ketapang, requiring time at the reintroduction field stations, with travels to meetings in Bogor, Jakarta or Pontianak, and field trips within Kalimantan.

Duties and Responsibilities: management of the programme at an operational and/or strategic level.

Operational level involves the day to day management of the project, ensuring the activities run in accordance to the activity planning and within the budgets approved and human resources management. It will require skills in dealing with local communities, government representatives, as well as knowledge in the field of reintroduction of primates.

- Management skills required (at least two years in a Management position).

Interested can send an introduction letter, a recent CV and two recommendation letter to:

- Karmele Llano Sanchez: karmele@internationalanimalrescue.org

All candidate applications will be submitted to an evaluation and selection process and based on criteria above, candidates will be eliminated or short-listed. All short-listed candidates will be called for an interview (presence or skype interview).

The David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation ( DSWF ) was established by artist and conservationist David Shepherd in 1985 and retains a strong family ethic. DSWF is a charity registered in the UK and the USA, supporting more than 15 wildlife projects in Africa and Asia, actively fighting wildlife crime and saving endangered animals.

Having grown its income and reach significantly over its 30 year history, the Foundation is one of the most highly regarded, innovative and effective wildlife conservation charities working in these sectors. Its campaigns raise awareness internationally through social media platforms, events and education programmes , reaching hundreds of thousands of people each year.

DSWF works to actively engage supporters through a variety of successful events including prestigious art shows, gala dinners and high profile international panel discussions. Donors are nurtured through donation, membership and adoption programmes , as well as ticketed events. The artistic heritage of the Foundation continues through the Art for Survival programme encouraging professional and emerging artists from around the world to support conservation through sales, exhibitions and trading on the Foundation websites.

A dynamic new Chief Executive is sought to lead this successful and growing organisation and to be responsible for ensuring that the aims, objectives and desired income of the charity are fully achieved, including an increase in income generation.

The ability to effectively network and solicit new high net worth donors is absolutely essential and must be coupled with a strong business acumen. You will have experience of devising and delivering strategy, governance, fundraising, financial controls and the ability to provide leadership and direction to a team of staff. An interest in wildlife conservation and knowledge of Africa and Asia would be an advantage.

In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy generous annual leave, a location in the heart of the Surrey countryside and the opportunity to work closely with highly motivated staff and Trustees.

DSWF is supported by its Patron and Founder, a strong board of eight Trustees, Honorary Vice Presidents, wildlife experts and celebrity friends. It has a team of 12 staff and an extensive network of volunteers.Please send your CV with a covering letter to mandy.gale@davidshepherd.orgClosing date for applications 5pmTuesday, October 4th

Humane Society International (HSI) and its partner programs together constitute one of the world's largest NGO activist organisations — backed by 60,000 supporters in Australia.

HSI is seeking a full time senior biodiversity campaigner as a key member of our small team on Sydney’s northern beaches, reporting to the Campaign Director. Your efforts will be directed at a broad range of national and international conservation issues, including a significant focus on marine matters. The successful applicant will be required to travel frequently, and to deal effectively with politicians, industry, public and other non-government organisations, and to develop good media relations. Domestic and international travel constitutes an important part of the duties of this position. Self-initiative and drive are essential, as is the ability to understand the bigger political picture. The person will be required to work closely with a small team of professionals where no job is too small or large.

Critical requirements: A minimum of four years’ experience working as a professional campaigner for an NGO activist organisation.

Essential requirements: a proven ability to research and write; an ability to think strategically and negotiate with all sectors of society, a good knowledge of government processes; a high competence in computer/IT skills and social networking; and a science or legal based degree.

Humane Society International (HSI) and its partner programs together constitute one of the world's largest NGO activist organisations — backed by 60,000 supporters in Australia.

HSI is seeking a full time senior biodiversity campaigner as a key member of our small team on Sydney’s northern beaches, reporting to the Campaign Director. Your efforts will be directed at a broad range of national and international conservation issues, including a significant focus on marine matters. The successful applicant will be required to travel frequently, and to deal effectively with politicians, industry, public and other non-government organisations, and to develop good media relations. Domestic and international travel constitutes an important part of the duties of this position. Self-initiative and drive are essential, as is the ability to understand the bigger political picture. The person will be required to work closely with a small team of professionals where no job is too small or large.

Critical requirements: A minimum of four years’ experience working as a professional campaigner for an NGO activist organisation.

Essential requirements: a proven ability to research and write; an ability to think strategically and negotiate with all sectors of society, a good knowledge of government processes; a high competence in computer/IT skills and social networking; and a science or legal based degree.

Humane Society International (HSI) and its partner programs together constitute one of the world's largest NGO activist organisations — backed by 60,000 supporters in Australia.

HSI is seeking a full time senior biodiversity campaigner as a key member of our small team on Sydney’s northern beaches, reporting to the Campaign Director. Your efforts will be directed at a broad range of national and international conservation issues, including a significant focus on marine matters. The successful applicant will be required to travel frequently, and to deal effectively with politicians, industry, public and other non-government organisations, and to develop good media relations. Domestic and international travel constitutes an important part of the duties of this position. Self-initiative and drive are essential, as is the ability to understand the bigger political picture. The person will be required to work closely with a small team of professionals where no job is too small or large.

Critical requirements: A minimum of four years’ experience working as a professional campaigner for an NGO activist organisation.

Essential requirements: a proven ability to research and write; an ability to think strategically and negotiate with all sectors of society, a good knowledge of government processes; a high competence in computer/IT skills and social networking; and a science or legal based degree.